Lamar Jackson is one of the best dual-threat QBs in the league, especially with an unbelievably impressive running yardage. He stands at the top particularly when compared to 2022 MVP Patrick Mahomes.
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The Ravens stand 4-2 after six games in the 2023 NFL season and Jackson’s rushing has made a huge impact in their games as usual. But, after six games played by each Mahomes and LJ, the question of where they stand in head-to-head running yards still lingers.
Statistical Battle: Lamar Jackson versus Patrick Mahomes
Lamar Jackson has proved to be a rushing force for his team the Baltimore Ravens proving himself superior to most other QB names. This list includes quarterback Patrick Mahomes who has as much a claim as Jackson at the top spot. However, Jackson’s exceptional rushing ability has set him apart with his impressive numbers on the field.
Lamar Jackson this season:
10 runs of 10+ yards – most in the NFL 😈 pic.twitter.com/u4jwNbHSzw
— PFF (@PFF) September 30, 2023
Lamara Jackson has entered into his sixth game of the season against the Tennessee Titans as of today. Pro Football Reference reveals that the quarterback has a remarkable rushing performance with 265 yards. Additionally, the Ravens’ QB boasts dual-threat skills that have allowed him to score four touchdowns in 47 carries.
On the contrary, Patrick Mahomes has accumulated 185 rushing yards, six games into the season for the Chiefs. It is critical to note that Mahomes has yet to score a touchdown in his 29 carries, also per PFR.
Mahomes-Jackson Dilemma Decoded by NFL Pundits
Pundits and players have been perplexed over the question of who possibly has the ability to dethrone Patrick Mahomes as the best quarterback in the NFL. In a related discussion before the start of the season on September 7, 2023, Joe Burrow, the Bengals star pointed out that Mahomes might retain the position unopposed.
However, Fox 1 Analyst and former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho predicted Lamar Jackson to be the sole contender capable of dethroning Patrick Mahomes after the 2023 season, per BaltimoreRavens.com.
“You need to have equity to do it,” Acho said. “Even if Josh Allen were to come out and have the best season possible, he would only have one MVP, one Super Bowl MVP, and one Super Bowl. Lamar Jackson has already proven himself to be a unanimous league MVP, something that even Mahomes hasn’t done,” explained Acho.
He further added that if Jackson were to have a highly successful season, securing two regular season MVP awards and winning a Super Bowl while earning the MVP title as well he would still stand short of Mahomes in accolades. However, an impressive season can help him stand a chance to earn a seat at the best quarterback table.
